Head Sommelier: Lead Wine Program & Education

JRM Hospitality; Sydney; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Staff meals

Employee benefits

Job summary

JRM Hospitality in Sydney is seeking an experienced Head Sommelier to take ownership of the wine program within a premium Sydney venue. This role blends wine knowledge, service, education, cellar management and guest engagement, working with the senior F&B leadership and culinary teams to elevate the wine offering.

You will lead wine training and mentoring, build staff confidence in regions, vintages and premium offerings, curate the wine list, manage stock, and host events.

Qualifications

• Previous Sommelier experience within a premium restaurant, hotel or high-end hospitality environment.
• WSET Level 3 minimum, CMS Advanced or equivalent recognised wine qualification.
• Strong knowledge of Australian and international wines, regions, producers and vintages.
• Demonstrated experience curating wine lists and managing cellar inventory.
• Strong food and wine pairing knowledge.
• Experience delivering wine training and mentoring to F&B teams.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Confidence engaging with discerning guests and senior stakeholders.
• Experience managing supplier relationships.
• Strong systems knowledge across POS and restaurant management platforms.
• A genuine passion for hospitality and continued professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide knowledgeable and approachable wine recommendations and food pairings.
• Develop and deliver regular wine training and mentoring across the F&B team.
• Build team confidence around wine styles, regions, producers, vintages and premium offerings.
• Work closely with culinary and F&B leadership on food and wine pairings.
• Support team leaders and supervisors during service.
• Curating and maintaining wine lists, including new listings and vintage changes.
• Managing wine stock, ordering, inventory and cellar controls.
• Ensuring beverage information and pricing is accurately maintained within the POS.
• Developing and maintaining strong supplier and distributor relationships.
• Identifying new releases, allocations, vintages and special purchasing opportunities.
• Hosting wine dinners, tastings, producer events and other beverage activations.
• Supporting beverage menus and wine pairings across functions and events.
• Staying across industry trends and bringing new ideas into the wine program.

Skills

Wine knowledge

Communication skills

Mentoring / training

Supplier relationship management

POS systems knowledge

Education

WSET Level 3 minimum, CMS Advanced or equivalent

Job description

JRM Hospitality in Sydney is seeking an experienced Head Sommelier to take ownership of the wine program within a premium Sydney venue. This role blends wine knowledge, service, education, cellar management and guest engagement, working with the senior F&B leadership and culinary teams to elevate the wine offering.

You will lead wine training and mentoring, build staff confidence in regions, vintages and premium offerings, curate the wine list, manage stock, and host events.